Mary Kate has been navigating life on 4 wheels for as long as she can remember. At 5 months old, a virus attacked her spinal cord, leaving her a paraplegic. Now, at 29, she has been around the world racing triathlon, advocating for what she believes in, and mentoring people of all abilities.
Mary Kate has crossed numerous finish lines; spending 11 years racing at an elite level around the world in the sport of paratriathlon and broke the course record in Ironman Louisville. Now she enjoys to run marathons and local races.
Mary Kate played an instrumental role in changing Illinois history by being part of a legal case that eventually led to allowing high school athletes with disabilities to be part of their high school team.
She enjoys educating and spending time with people to show them how the fitness industry can be adapted for all types of athletes. Mary Kate has a passion for helping others find their own starting line - to help people tap into their own potential and find their inner athlete.
Outside of Mary Kate’s full time job, Mary Kate will be joining NBC broadcast team for the 2024 Paris Paralympics.